diff --git a/src/app/founder/dashboard/page.tsx b/src/app/founder/dashboard/page.tsx
index ce558a2..9c78c7c 100644
--- a/src/app/founder/dashboard/page.tsx
+++ b/src/app/founder/dashboard/page.tsx
@@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ export default function FounderDashboardPage() {
       borderRadius="pill"
       contentWidth="mediumSmall"
       sizing="largeSmallSizeMediumTitles"
-      background="grid"
+      background="circleGradient"
       cardStyle="outline"
       primaryButtonStyle="flat"
       secondaryButtonStyle="radial-glow"
@@ -34,9 +34,7 @@ export default function FounderDashboardPage() {
           brandName="FundBridge"
           navItems={navItems}
           button={{
-            text: "Get Started",
-            href: "/signup",
-          }}
+            text: "Get Started",            href: "/signup"}}
           animateOnLoad={true}
         />
       </div>
@@ -48,53 +46,33 @@ export default function FounderDashboardPage() {
           tagAnimation="slide-up"
           title="Connect Founders with Smart Investors"
           description="FundBridge brings together ambitious entrepreneurs and sophisticated investors in Bangladesh. Build your startup, find strategic funding, and grow together in a verified, transparent ecosystem."
-          background={{ variant: "grid" }}
+          background={{ variant: "plain" }}
           leftCarouselItems={[
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-dynamic-startup-founding-team-having-a-1773054469093-d1cf8020.png?_wi=4",
-              imageAlt: "Startup founding team collaboration",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-dynamic-startup-founding-team-having-a-1773054469093-d1cf8020.png",              imageAlt: "Startup founding team collaboration"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-pitch-deck-presentation-s-1773054468031-ffc685c5.png?_wi=4",
-              imageAlt: "Pitch deck presentation session",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-pitch-deck-presentation-s-1773054468031-ffc685c5.png",              imageAlt: "Pitch deck presentation session"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-business-meeting-between--1773054467344-ba5e0057.png?_wi=4",
-              imageAlt: "Business meeting discussion",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-business-meeting-between--1773054467344-ba5e0057.png",              imageAlt: "Business meeting discussion"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-growth-metrics-dashboard-displayed-on--1773054467845-4faf7071.png?_wi=4",
-              imageAlt: "Growth metrics dashboard",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-growth-metrics-dashboard-displayed-on--1773054467845-4faf7071.png",              imageAlt: "Growth metrics dashboard"},
           ]}
           rightCarouselItems={[
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/an-experienced-investor-reviewing-portfo-1773054467880-a9a5d630.png?_wi=4",
-              imageAlt: "Investment portfolio analysis",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/an-experienced-investor-reviewing-portfo-1773054467880-a9a5d630.png",              imageAlt: "Investment portfolio analysis"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/market-research-and-analysis-being-condu-1773054468395-87fd9d0b.png?_wi=4",
-              imageAlt: "Market research and analysis",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/market-research-and-analysis-being-condu-1773054468395-87fd9d0b.png",              imageAlt: "Market research and analysis"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/deal-negotiation-process-between-investo-1773054468076-2c97f3d7.png?_wi=4",
-              imageAlt: "Deal negotiation process",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/deal-negotiation-process-between-investo-1773054468076-2c97f3d7.png",              imageAlt: "Deal negotiation process"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-financial-planning-board-meeting-with--1773054468013-b31fe1b7.png?_wi=4",
-              imageAlt: "Financial planning board",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-financial-planning-board-meeting-with--1773054468013-b31fe1b7.png",              imageAlt: "Financial planning board"},
           ]}
           carouselPosition="right"
           buttons={[
             {
-              text: "For Founders",
-              href: "/founder/onboarding",
-            },
+              text: "For Founders",              href: "/founder/onboarding"},
             {
-              text: "For Investors",
-              href: "/investor/onboarding",
-            },
+              text: "For Investors",              href: "/investor/onboarding"},
           ]}
           buttonAnimation="slide-up"
         />
@@ -110,34 +88,22 @@ export default function FounderDashboardPage() {
           features={[
             {
               icon: CheckCircle,
-              title: "Tiered Verification System",
-              description: "Multi-level authentication ensuring trust and credibility across our marketplace.",
-            },
+              title: "Tiered Verification System",              description: "Multi-level authentication ensuring trust and credibility across our marketplace."},
             {
               icon: Zap,
-              title: "AI-Powered Matching",
-              description: "Smart algorithm connects founders with investors based on industry, stage, and investment goals.",
-            },
+              title: "AI-Powered Matching",              description: "Smart algorithm connects founders with investors based on industry, stage, and investment goals."},
             {
               icon: MessageSquare,
-              title: "Real-Time Messaging",
-              description: "Seamless communication with built-in pitch tracking and conversation history.",
-            },
+              title: "Real-Time Messaging",              description: "Seamless communication with built-in pitch tracking and conversation history."},
             {
               icon: TrendingUp,
-              title: "Gamified Trust Scores",
-              description: "Track your profile completeness and build credibility through verified actions and milestones.",
-            },
+              title: "Gamified Trust Scores",              description: "Track your profile completeness and build credibility through verified actions and milestones."},
             {
               icon: CreditCard,
-              title: "Local Payment Integration",
-              description: "SSLCommerz integration for secure BDT transactions with multiple subscription options.",
-            },
+              title: "Local Payment Integration",              description: "SSLCommerz integration for secure BDT transactions with multiple subscription options."},
             {
               icon: Target,
-              title: "Deal Management",
-              description: "Track interest, schedule meetings, and manage the full deal lifecycle in one place.",
-            },
+              title: "Deal Management",              description: "Track interest, schedule meetings, and manage the full deal lifecycle in one place."},
           ]}
           animationType="slide-up"
           textboxLayout="default"
@@ -154,13 +120,9 @@ export default function FounderDashboardPage() {
           useInvertedBackground={true}
           buttons={[
             {
-              text: "Learn More",
-              href: "/about",
-            },
+              text: "Learn More",              href: "/about"},
             {
-              text: "Watch Demo",
-              href: "https://youtube.com",
-            },
+              text: "Watch Demo",              href: "https://youtube.com"},
           ]}
         />
       </div>
diff --git a/src/app/founder/onboarding/page.tsx b/src/app/founder/onboarding/page.tsx
index 80031f3..b11427d 100644
--- a/src/app/founder/onboarding/page.tsx
+++ b/src/app/founder/onboarding/page.tsx
@@ -29,8 +29,7 @@ export default function FounderOnboardingPage() {
 
   const footerColumns = [
     {
-      title: "Platform",
-      items: [
+      title: "Platform",      items: [
         { label: "For Founders", href: "/founder/onboarding" },
         { label: "For Investors", href: "/investor/onboarding" },
         { label: "How It Works", href: "#how-it-works" },
@@ -38,8 +37,7 @@ export default function FounderOnboardingPage() {
       ],
     },
     {
-      title: "Company",
-      items: [
+      title: "Company",      items: [
         { label: "About", href: "/about" },
         { label: "Blog", href: "/blog" },
         { label: "Careers", href: "/careers" },
@@ -47,8 +45,7 @@ export default function FounderOnboardingPage() {
       ],
     },
     {
-      title: "Legal",
-      items: [
+      title: "Legal",      items: [
         { label: "Privacy Policy", href: "/privacy" },
         { label: "Terms of Service", href: "/terms" },
         { label: "Cookie Policy", href: "/cookies" },
@@ -56,12 +53,9 @@ export default function FounderOnboardingPage() {
       ],
     },
     {
-      title: "Connect",
-      items: [
+      title: "Connect",      items: [
         {
-          label: "LinkedIn",
-          href: "https://linkedin.com/company/fundbridge-bd",
-        },
+          label: "LinkedIn",          href: "https://linkedin.com/company/fundbridge-bd"},
         { label: "Twitter", href: "https://twitter.com/fundbridge_bd" },
         { label: "Facebook", href: "https://facebook.com/fundbridge.bd" },
         { label: "Email", href: "mailto:hello@fundbridge.com" },
@@ -76,7 +70,7 @@ export default function FounderOnboardingPage() {
       borderRadius="pill"
       contentWidth="mediumSmall"
       sizing="largeSmallSizeMediumTitles"
-      background="grid"
+      background="circleGradient"
       cardStyle="outline"
       primaryButtonStyle="flat"
       secondaryButtonStyle="radial-glow"
@@ -98,50 +92,34 @@ export default function FounderOnboardingPage() {
           tagAnimation="slide-up"
           title="Build Your Startup with Strategic Funding"
           description="FundBridge connects ambitious founders like you with investors who understand your vision. Get verified, pitch smart, and secure the funding you need to grow."
-          background={{ variant: "grid" }}
+          background={{ variant: "plain" }}
           leftCarouselItems={[
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-dynamic-startup-founding-team-having-a-1773054469093-d1cf8020.png?_wi=2",
-              imageAlt: "Startup founding team collaboration",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-dynamic-startup-founding-team-having-a-1773054469093-d1cf8020.png",              imageAlt: "Startup founding team collaboration"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-pitch-deck-presentation-s-1773054468031-ffc685c5.png?_wi=2",
-              imageAlt: "Pitch deck presentation session",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-pitch-deck-presentation-s-1773054468031-ffc685c5.png",              imageAlt: "Pitch deck presentation session"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-business-meeting-between--1773054467344-ba5e0057.png?_wi=2",
-              imageAlt: "Business meeting discussion",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-business-meeting-between--1773054467344-ba5e0057.png",              imageAlt: "Business meeting discussion"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-growth-metrics-dashboard-displayed-on--1773054467845-4faf7071.png?_wi=2",
-              imageAlt: "Growth metrics dashboard",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-growth-metrics-dashboard-displayed-on--1773054467845-4faf7071.png",              imageAlt: "Growth metrics dashboard"},
           ]}
           rightCarouselItems={[
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/an-experienced-investor-reviewing-portfo-1773054467880-a9a5d630.png?_wi=2",
-              imageAlt: "Investment portfolio analysis",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/an-experienced-investor-reviewing-portfo-1773054467880-a9a5d630.png",              imageAlt: "Investment portfolio analysis"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/market-research-and-analysis-being-condu-1773054468395-87fd9d0b.png?_wi=2",
-              imageAlt: "Market research and analysis",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/market-research-and-analysis-being-condu-1773054468395-87fd9d0b.png",              imageAlt: "Market research and analysis"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/deal-negotiation-process-between-investo-1773054468076-2c97f3d7.png?_wi=2",
-              imageAlt: "Deal negotiation process",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/deal-negotiation-process-between-investo-1773054468076-2c97f3d7.png",              imageAlt: "Deal negotiation process"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-financial-planning-board-meeting-with--1773054468013-b31fe1b7.png?_wi=2",
-              imageAlt: "Financial planning board",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-financial-planning-board-meeting-with--1773054468013-b31fe1b7.png",              imageAlt: "Financial planning board"},
           ]}
           carouselPosition="right"
           buttons={[
@@ -162,40 +140,28 @@ export default function FounderOnboardingPage() {
           features={[
             {
               icon: CheckCircle,
-              title: "Smart Profile Verification",
-              description:
-                "Build a verified founder profile that stands out. Our tiered system helps investors understand your credibility.",
-            },
+              title: "Smart Profile Verification",              description:
+                "Build a verified founder profile that stands out. Our tiered system helps investors understand your credibility."},
             {
               icon: Zap,
-              title: "AI-Powered Investor Matching",
-              description:
-                "Get matched with investors who align with your industry, stage, and vision. No cold outreach needed.",
-            },
+              title: "AI-Powered Investor Matching",              description:
+                "Get matched with investors who align with your industry, stage, and vision. No cold outreach needed."},
             {
               icon: MessageSquare,
-              title: "Direct Investor Messaging",
-              description:
-                "Connect with investors through our secure messaging platform. Track conversations and manage all communications in one place.",
-            },
+              title: "Direct Investor Messaging",              description:
+                "Connect with investors through our secure messaging platform. Track conversations and manage all communications in one place."},
             {
               icon: TrendingUp,
-              title: "Deal Tracking Dashboard",
-              description:
-                "Monitor every pitch, follow-up, and deal stage. Know where you stand with each investor at all times.",
-            },
+              title: "Deal Tracking Dashboard",              description:
+                "Monitor every pitch, follow-up, and deal stage. Know where you stand with each investor at all times."},
             {
               icon: CreditCard,
-              title: "Simple Subscription Plans",
-              description:
-                "Flexible credit-based pricing. Buy only what you need, when you need it. All transactions in BDT via SSLCommerz.",
-            },
+              title: "Simple Subscription Plans",              description:
+                "Flexible credit-based pricing. Buy only what you need, when you need it. All transactions in BDT via SSLCommerz."},
             {
               icon: Target,
-              title: "Build Your Trust Score",
-              description:
-                "Gamified milestones motivate profile completion. Higher verification = better visibility to investors.",
-            },
+              title: "Build Your Trust Score",              description:
+                "Gamified milestones motivate profile completion. Higher verification = better visibility to investors."},
           ]}
           animationType="slide-up"
           textboxLayout="default"
diff --git a/src/app/investor/onboarding/page.tsx b/src/app/investor/onboarding/page.tsx
index d18db73..eafb70c 100644
--- a/src/app/investor/onboarding/page.tsx
+++ b/src/app/investor/onboarding/page.tsx
@@ -29,8 +29,7 @@ export default function InvestorOnboardingPage() {
 
   const footerColumns = [
     {
-      title: "Platform",
-      items: [
+      title: "Platform",      items: [
         { label: "For Founders", href: "/founder/onboarding" },
         { label: "For Investors", href: "/investor/onboarding" },
         { label: "How It Works", href: "#how-it-works" },
@@ -38,8 +37,7 @@ export default function InvestorOnboardingPage() {
       ],
     },
     {
-      title: "Company",
-      items: [
+      title: "Company",      items: [
         { label: "About", href: "/about" },
         { label: "Blog", href: "/blog" },
         { label: "Careers", href: "/careers" },
@@ -47,8 +45,7 @@ export default function InvestorOnboardingPage() {
       ],
     },
     {
-      title: "Legal",
-      items: [
+      title: "Legal",      items: [
         { label: "Privacy Policy", href: "/privacy" },
         { label: "Terms of Service", href: "/terms" },
         { label: "Cookie Policy", href: "/cookies" },
@@ -56,12 +53,9 @@ export default function InvestorOnboardingPage() {
       ],
     },
     {
-      title: "Connect",
-      items: [
+      title: "Connect",      items: [
         {
-          label: "LinkedIn",
-          href: "https://linkedin.com/company/fundbridge-bd",
-        },
+          label: "LinkedIn",          href: "https://linkedin.com/company/fundbridge-bd"},
         { label: "Twitter", href: "https://twitter.com/fundbridge_bd" },
         { label: "Facebook", href: "https://facebook.com/fundbridge.bd" },
         { label: "Email", href: "mailto:hello@fundbridge.com" },
@@ -76,7 +70,7 @@ export default function InvestorOnboardingPage() {
       borderRadius="pill"
       contentWidth="mediumSmall"
       sizing="largeSmallSizeMediumTitles"
-      background="grid"
+      background="circleGradient"
       cardStyle="outline"
       primaryButtonStyle="flat"
       secondaryButtonStyle="radial-glow"
@@ -98,50 +92,34 @@ export default function InvestorOnboardingPage() {
           tagAnimation="slide-up"
           title="Discover Investment Opportunities in Bangladesh"
           description="FundBridge provides vetted founder profiles, smart deal flow, and streamlined management tools. Access a curated pipeline of investment opportunities backed by verified founder data."
-          background={{ variant: "grid" }}
+          background={{ variant: "plain" }}
           leftCarouselItems={[
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/an-experienced-investor-reviewing-portfo-1773054467880-a9a5d630.png?_wi=3",
-              imageAlt: "Investment portfolio analysis",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/an-experienced-investor-reviewing-portfo-1773054467880-a9a5d630.png",              imageAlt: "Investment portfolio analysis"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/market-research-and-analysis-being-condu-1773054468395-87fd9d0b.png?_wi=3",
-              imageAlt: "Market research and analysis",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/market-research-and-analysis-being-condu-1773054468395-87fd9d0b.png",              imageAlt: "Market research and analysis"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/deal-negotiation-process-between-investo-1773054468076-2c97f3d7.png?_wi=3",
-              imageAlt: "Deal negotiation process",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/deal-negotiation-process-between-investo-1773054468076-2c97f3d7.png",              imageAlt: "Deal negotiation process"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-financial-planning-board-meeting-with--1773054468013-b31fe1b7.png?_wi=3",
-              imageAlt: "Financial planning board",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-financial-planning-board-meeting-with--1773054468013-b31fe1b7.png",              imageAlt: "Financial planning board"},
           ]}
           rightCarouselItems={[
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-dynamic-startup-founding-team-having-a-1773054469093-d1cf8020.png?_wi=3",
-              imageAlt: "Startup founding team collaboration",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-dynamic-startup-founding-team-having-a-1773054469093-d1cf8020.png",              imageAlt: "Startup founding team collaboration"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-pitch-deck-presentation-s-1773054468031-ffc685c5.png?_wi=3",
-              imageAlt: "Pitch deck presentation session",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-pitch-deck-presentation-s-1773054468031-ffc685c5.png",              imageAlt: "Pitch deck presentation session"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-business-meeting-between--1773054467344-ba5e0057.png?_wi=3",
-              imageAlt: "Business meeting discussion",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-business-meeting-between--1773054467344-ba5e0057.png",              imageAlt: "Business meeting discussion"},
             {
               imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-growth-metrics-dashboard-displayed-on--1773054467845-4faf7071.png?_wi=3",
-              imageAlt: "Growth metrics dashboard",
-            },
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-growth-metrics-dashboard-displayed-on--1773054467845-4faf7071.png",              imageAlt: "Growth metrics dashboard"},
           ]}
           carouselPosition="right"
           buttons={[
@@ -162,40 +140,28 @@ export default function InvestorOnboardingPage() {
           features={[
             {
               icon: Shield,
-              title: "Verified Founder Profiles",
-              description:
-                "Every founder is multi-tier verified. Know the credibility and background of each opportunity before engaging.",
-            },
+              title: "Verified Founder Profiles",              description:
+                "Every founder is multi-tier verified. Know the credibility and background of each opportunity before engaging."},
             {
               icon: TrendingUp,
-              title: "Smart Deal Flow",
-              description:
-                "AI-filtered opportunities that match your investment criteria, stage, and industry preferences.",
-            },
+              title: "Smart Deal Flow",              description:
+                "AI-filtered opportunities that match your investment criteria, stage, and industry preferences."},
             {
               icon: Users,
-              title: "Direct Founder Access",
-              description:
-                "Connect directly with founders through our secure messaging platform. Build relationships and conduct due diligence efficiently.",
-            },
+              title: "Direct Founder Access",              description:
+                "Connect directly with founders through our secure messaging platform. Build relationships and conduct due diligence efficiently."},
             {
               icon: BarChart3,
-              title: "Portfolio Analytics",
-              description:
-                "Track all your investments in one dashboard. Monitor performance metrics and engagement across your portfolio.",
-            },
+              title: "Portfolio Analytics",              description:
+                "Track all your investments in one dashboard. Monitor performance metrics and engagement across your portfolio."},
             {
               icon: Lock,
-              title: "Secure Transactions",
-              description:
-                "SSLCommerz integration ensures all payments are secure. Flexible subscription options tailored for different investment levels.",
-            },
+              title: "Secure Transactions",              description:
+                "SSLCommerz integration ensures all payments are secure. Flexible subscription options tailored for different investment levels."},
             {
               icon: TrendingUp,
-              title: "Deal Management Suite",
-              description:
-                "Track interest, schedule meetings, manage term sheets, and oversee the entire deal lifecycle from pipeline to exit.",
-            },
+              title: "Deal Management Suite",              description:
+                "Track interest, schedule meetings, manage term sheets, and oversee the entire deal lifecycle from pipeline to exit."},
           ]}
           animationType="slide-up"
           textboxLayout="default"
diff --git a/src/app/page.tsx b/src/app/page.tsx
index e629cdb..cfd8818 100644
--- a/src/app/page.tsx
+++ b/src/app/page.tsx
@@ -21,7 +21,7 @@ export default function HomePage() {
       borderRadius="pill"
       contentWidth="mediumSmall"
       sizing="largeSmallSizeMediumTitles"
-      background="grid"
+      background="circleGradient"
       cardStyle="outline"
       primaryButtonStyle="flat"
       secondaryButtonStyle="radial-glow"
@@ -38,9 +38,7 @@ export default function HomePage() {
             { name: "Contact", id: "contact" },
           ]}
           button={{
-            text: "Get Started",
-            href: "/signup",
-          }}
+            text: "Get Started",            href: "/signup"}}
           animateOnLoad={true}
         />
       </div>
@@ -53,42 +51,26 @@ export default function HomePage() {
           tagAnimation="slide-up"
           title="Connect Founders with Smart Investors"
           description="FundBridge brings together ambitious entrepreneurs and sophisticated investors in Bangladesh. Build your startup, find strategic funding, and grow together in a verified, transparent ecosystem."
-          background={{ variant: "grid" }}
+          background={{ variant: "plain" }}
           leftCarouselItems={[
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-dynamic-startup-founding-team-having-a-1773054469093-d1cf8020.png?_wi=1",
-              imageAlt: "Startup founding team collaboration",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-dynamic-startup-founding-team-having-a-1773054469093-d1cf8020.png",              imageAlt: "Startup founding team collaboration"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-pitch-deck-presentation-s-1773054468031-ffc685c5.png?_wi=1",
-              imageAlt: "Pitch deck presentation session",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-pitch-deck-presentation-s-1773054468031-ffc685c5.png",              imageAlt: "Pitch deck presentation session"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-business-meeting-between--1773054467344-ba5e0057.png?_wi=1",
-              imageAlt: "Business meeting discussion",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-professional-business-meeting-between--1773054467344-ba5e0057.png",              imageAlt: "Business meeting discussion"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-growth-metrics-dashboard-displayed-on--1773054467845-4faf7071.png?_wi=1",
-              imageAlt: "Growth metrics dashboard",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-growth-metrics-dashboard-displayed-on--1773054467845-4faf7071.png",              imageAlt: "Growth metrics dashboard"},
           ]}
           rightCarouselItems={[
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/an-experienced-investor-reviewing-portfo-1773054467880-a9a5d630.png?_wi=1",
-              imageAlt: "Investment portfolio analysis",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/an-experienced-investor-reviewing-portfo-1773054467880-a9a5d630.png",              imageAlt: "Investment portfolio analysis"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/market-research-and-analysis-being-condu-1773054468395-87fd9d0b.png?_wi=1",
-              imageAlt: "Market research and analysis",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/market-research-and-analysis-being-condu-1773054468395-87fd9d0b.png",              imageAlt: "Market research and analysis"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/deal-negotiation-process-between-investo-1773054468076-2c97f3d7.png?_wi=1",
-              imageAlt: "Deal negotiation process",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/deal-negotiation-process-between-investo-1773054468076-2c97f3d7.png",              imageAlt: "Deal negotiation process"},
             {
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-financial-planning-board-meeting-with--1773054468013-b31fe1b7.png?_wi=1",
-              imageAlt: "Financial planning board",
-            },
+              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-financial-planning-board-meeting-with--1773054468013-b31fe1b7.png",              imageAlt: "Financial planning board"},
           ]}
           carouselPosition="right"
           buttons={[
@@ -110,34 +92,22 @@ export default function HomePage() {
           features={[
             {
               icon: CheckCircle,
-              title: "Tiered Verification System",
-              description: "Multi-level authentication ensuring trust and credibility across our marketplace.",
-            },
+              title: "Tiered Verification System",              description: "Multi-level authentication ensuring trust and credibility across our marketplace."},
             {
               icon: Zap,
-              title: "AI-Powered Matching",
-              description: "Smart algorithm connects founders with investors based on industry, stage, and investment goals.",
-            },
+              title: "AI-Powered Matching",              description: "Smart algorithm connects founders with investors based on industry, stage, and investment goals."},
             {
               icon: MessageSquare,
-              title: "Real-Time Messaging",
-              description: "Seamless communication with built-in pitch tracking and conversation history.",
-            },
+              title: "Real-Time Messaging",              description: "Seamless communication with built-in pitch tracking and conversation history."},
             {
               icon: TrendingUp,
-              title: "Gamified Trust Scores",
-              description: "Track your profile completeness and build credibility through verified actions and milestones.",
-            },
+              title: "Gamified Trust Scores",              description: "Track your profile completeness and build credibility through verified actions and milestones."},
             {
               icon: CreditCard,
-              title: "Local Payment Integration",
-              description: "SSLCommerz integration for secure BDT transactions with multiple subscription options.",
-            },
+              title: "Local Payment Integration",              description: "SSLCommerz integration for secure BDT transactions with multiple subscription options."},
             {
               icon: Target,
-              title: "Deal Management",
-              description: "Track interest, schedule meetings, and manage the full deal lifecycle in one place.",
-            },
+              title: "Deal Management",              description: "Track interest, schedule meetings, and manage the full deal lifecycle in one place."},
           ]}
           animationType="slide-up"
           textboxLayout="default"
@@ -191,65 +161,17 @@ export default function HomePage() {
           description="Founders and investors sharing their FundBridge success experiences"
           testimonials={[
             {
-              id: "1",
-              name: "Rana Khan, CEO of TechStart Bangladesh",
-              date: "Date: 15 January 2025",
-              tag: "Founder Success",
-              title: "Found our perfect investor match in weeks",
-              quote: "FundBridge's matching algorithm was spot-on. We connected with an investor who understood our market and provided strategic guidance beyond just capital. Game-changer for our seed round.",
-              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-w-1773054466838-b01d12eb.png",
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-tech-startup-office-showing-a-successf-1773054468175-251ce78e.png?_wi=1",
-            },
+              id: "1",              name: "Rana Khan, CEO of TechStart Bangladesh",              date: "Date: 15 January 2025",              tag: "Founder Success",              title: "Found our perfect investor match in weeks",              quote: "FundBridge's matching algorithm was spot-on. We connected with an investor who understood our market and provided strategic guidance beyond just capital. Game-changer for our seed round.",              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-w-1773054466838-b01d12eb.png",              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-tech-startup-office-showing-a-successf-1773054468175-251ce78e.png"},
             {
-              id: "2",
-              name: "Arif Hassan, Investment Advisor at Growth Capital",
-              date: "Date: 22 December 2024",
-              tag: "Investor Perspective",
-              title: "Quality deal flow with verified founders",
-              quote: "The verification system gives us confidence in the founders we meet. The deal management tools save hours of admin work. This is exactly what the Bangladesh startup ecosystem needed.",
-              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-m-1773054467478-6bedfde9.png",
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/an-experienced-investment-professional-i-1773054468331-80d6068d.png?_wi=1",
-            },
+              id: "2",              name: "Arif Hassan, Investment Advisor at Growth Capital",              date: "Date: 22 December 2024",              tag: "Investor Perspective",              title: "Quality deal flow with verified founders",              quote: "The verification system gives us confidence in the founders we meet. The deal management tools save hours of admin work. This is exactly what the Bangladesh startup ecosystem needed.",              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-m-1773054467478-6bedfde9.png",              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/an-experienced-investment-professional-i-1773054468331-80d6068d.png"},
             {
-              id: "3",
-              name: "Zainab Ahmed, Founder of EcoTech Solutions",
-              date: "Date: 10 December 2024",
-              tag: "Founder Success",
-              title: "Professional platform for serious entrepreneurs",
-              quote: "Unlike generic networking platforms, FundBridge feels purpose-built for Bangladesh's startup scene. The gamified trust system motivated us to strengthen our profile, and it paid off.",
-              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-w-1773054467235-1bbcfdd9.png",
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/ecotech-solutions-office-environment-sho-1773054467925-ab3f84f2.png?_wi=1",
-            },
+              id: "3",              name: "Zainab Ahmed, Founder of EcoTech Solutions",              date: "Date: 10 December 2024",              tag: "Founder Success",              title: "Professional platform for serious entrepreneurs",              quote: "Unlike generic networking platforms, FundBridge feels purpose-built for Bangladesh's startup scene. The gamified trust system motivated us to strengthen our profile, and it paid off.",              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-w-1773054467235-1bbcfdd9.png",              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/ecotech-solutions-office-environment-sho-1773054467925-ab3f84f2.png"},
             {
-              id: "4",
-              name: "Karim Chowdhury, Angel Investor",
-              date: "Date: 28 November 2024",
-              tag: "Investor Perspective",
-              title: "Transparent, secure, and easy to use",
-              quote: "The payment integration with SSLCommerz makes everything frictionless. I appreciate the real-time messaging and structured deal tracking. FundBridge is changing how investment happens in Bangladesh.",
-              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-m-1773054468061-aaf87744.png",
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/angel-investor-s-home-office-showing-inv-1773054468469-64b6cb75.png?_wi=1",
-            },
+              id: "4",              name: "Karim Chowdhury, Angel Investor",              date: "Date: 28 November 2024",              tag: "Investor Perspective",              title: "Transparent, secure, and easy to use",              quote: "The payment integration with SSLCommerz makes everything frictionless. I appreciate the real-time messaging and structured deal tracking. FundBridge is changing how investment happens in Bangladesh.",              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-m-1773054468061-aaf87744.png",              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/angel-investor-s-home-office-showing-inv-1773054468469-64b6cb75.png"},
             {
-              id: "5",
-              name: "Fariha Hossain, Student Entrepreneur",
-              date: "Date: 15 November 2024",
-              tag: "Founder Success",
-              title: "Inclusive platform for student startups",
-              quote: "As a student founder, I was skeptical about pitching to serious investors. FundBridge's transparent process and tiered system made it accessible. We got our first investor meeting through here.",
-              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-w-1773054466853-bce2a7de.png",
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-university-campus-entrepreneurship-cen-1773054468361-a2191dae.png?_wi=1",
-            },
+              id: "5",              name: "Fariha Hossain, Student Entrepreneur",              date: "Date: 15 November 2024",              tag: "Founder Success",              title: "Inclusive platform for student startups",              quote: "As a student founder, I was skeptical about pitching to serious investors. FundBridge's transparent process and tiered system made it accessible. We got our first investor meeting through here.",              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-w-1773054466853-bce2a7de.png",              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-university-campus-entrepreneurship-cen-1773054468361-a2191dae.png"},
             {
-              id: "6",
-              name: "Mohammad Rashid, Venture Partner at Tech Fund BD",
-              date: "Date: 1 November 2024",
-              tag: "Investor Perspective",
-              title: "The future of startup funding in Bangladesh",
-              quote: "I've been investing for 10 years. FundBridge combines the best practices from global platforms with deep understanding of Bangladesh's context. Our portfolio has grown 40% since joining.",
-              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-m-1773054466971-b9b98969.png",
-              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-venture-fund-office-with-a-team-of-exp-1773054468299-bf90a44e.png?_wi=1",
-            },
+              id: "6",              name: "Mohammad Rashid, Venture Partner at Tech Fund BD",              date: "Date: 1 November 2024",              tag: "Investor Perspective",              title: "The future of startup funding in Bangladesh",              quote: "I've been investing for 10 years. FundBridge combines the best practices from global platforms with deep understanding of Bangladesh's context. Our portfolio has grown 40% since joining.",              avatarSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/professional-headshot-of-a-south-asian-m-1773054466971-b9b98969.png",              imageSrc: "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AhomxxyRGZUg9TnMrPmCBXT6L3/a-venture-fund-office-with-a-team-of-exp-1773054468299-bf90a44e.png"},
           ]}
           textboxLayout="default"
           useInvertedBackground={true}
@@ -265,15 +187,7 @@ export default function HomePage() {
           title="Trusted by Leading Organizations"
           description="FundBridge partners with Bangladesh's most respected business institutions"
           names={[
-            "bKash",
-            "Nagad",
-            "SSLCommerz",
-            "Dhaka Stock Exchange",
-            "Bangladesh Business Bureau",
-            "Startup Bangladesh Initiative",
-            "IDLC Finance",
-            "ICB",
-          ]}
+            "bKash",            "Nagad",            "SSLCommerz",            "Dhaka Stock Exchange",            "Bangladesh Business Bureau",            "Startup Bangladesh Initiative",            "IDLC Finance",            "ICB"]}
           textboxLayout="default"
           useInvertedBackground={false}
           speed={40}
@@ -302,8 +216,7 @@ export default function HomePage() {
         <FooterSimple
           columns={[
             {
-              title: "Platform",
-              items: [
+              title: "Platform",              items: [
                 { label: "For Founders", href: "/founder/onboarding" },
                 { label: "For Investors", href: "/investor/onboarding" },
                 { label: "How It Works", href: "#how-it-works" },
@@ -311,8 +224,7 @@ export default function HomePage() {
               ],
             },
             {
-              title: "Company",
-              items: [
+              title: "Company",              items: [
                 { label: "About", href: "/about" },
                 { label: "Blog", href: "/blog" },
                 { label: "Careers", href: "/careers" },
@@ -320,8 +232,7 @@ export default function HomePage() {
               ],
             },
             {
-              title: "Legal",
-              items: [
+              title: "Legal",              items: [
                 { label: "Privacy Policy", href: "/privacy" },
                 { label: "Terms of Service", href: "/terms" },
                 { label: "Cookie Policy", href: "/cookies" },
@@ -329,8 +240,7 @@ export default function HomePage() {
               ],
             },
             {
-              title: "Connect",
-              items: [
+              title: "Connect",              items: [
                 { label: "LinkedIn", href: "https://linkedin.com/company/fundbridge-bd" },
                 { label: "Twitter", href: "https://twitter.com/fundbridge_bd" },
                 { label: "Facebook", href: "https://facebook.com/fundbridge.bd" },